The Metro: ‘Street-Wise & Real Talk’ is a guide for at-risk kids and teens
Street Wise and Real Talk is Dre Duke’s autobiographical guide for boys who simply need to feel seen and heard. It’s a fictional, age-appropriate book for at-risk youth that focuses on consequences—not glorifying crime.
Andre Dre Dukes Author of "Street Wise and Real Talk"
Andre “Dre” Dukes is a living example of what happens when you get a second chance in life. Dre grew up in Detroit on the eastside and watched once thriving neighborhoods collapse.
Dre lived a rough life, growing up in Detroit riddled with gun violence and drugs. He battled addiction and spent a decade in prison. Since his release, he has changed the way he approaches life. He works at recovery centers, and with at-risk kids and teens.
By Andre “Dre” Dukes
He has been motivated to make an impact to ensure the next generation of young Black boys have a blueprint to follow and learn a better way to escape their issues.
“Street-Wise & Real Talk” is an autobiographical guide for boys who simply need to feel seen and heard. It’s a fictional, age-appropriate book for at-risk youth that focuses on consequences and not glorifying crime.
Dre spoke with The Metro’s Tia Graham about “Street-Wise & Real Talk.”
